Historic Cycling Holidays

Cycling holidays will forever be one of the greatest ways to explore and enjoy history, giving you the freedom to visit some of the most beautiful and interesting historic monuments of a region. From century-old châteaux to visiting World War II relics along the beaches of Normandy, visiting by bike means you can discover or relax as much as you wish.

Our fantastic selection of historical tours highlights what we think are some of the most noteworthy and appealing sights across many of Europe’s beautiful countries.

Best Bits

Get to grips with what makes your destination special by exploring and understanding its past.

The metropolis of Bordeaux is an exciting one to explore, with a rich abundance of heritage and world-class architecture, gastronomy and of course, world-class wines. This tour is not one to be missed.

The city of Bordeaux offers a heady mix of rich history, world-class architecture and a fantastic collection of fine wines. This tour aims to show off the best of Bordeaux, from the city, right to the beaches.

Explore this wine-infused playground to the royals, cycling along a
serene river route scattered with magnificent castles and gardens, as
you wend (and taste) your way through some wonderful wine territory.

Provence is the perfect destination for a cycling holiday. With charming street cafes and bright bold lavender creating a carpet of purple it is difficult to beat. This tour is all about apricating the natural beauty of Provence, you can enjoy canoeing from Fontaine-de-Vacluse to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and visiting the delightful villages.

On this classic cycle tour you will experience the combination of nature along the scenic riverbanks of the Danube as well as the unique opportunity to visit the most important metropolises that lay alongside the Danube. Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest

This tour is a fantastic journey through one of the most perfect pockets of France. The tour will take you through some of the world most renowned wine areas, and of course there is plenty of time to sample the delights. You will also visit fascinating cultural sites whilst, cycling through the stunning valleys of the Dentelles de Montmirail mountains.

On this tour of contrasts, visit the emotional D-Day landing beaches and memorials, the Bayeux Tapestry, the half-timbered houses of the Pays d’Auge and the stunning seaside towns of Cabourg and Honfleur.

Enjoy riding 350km of staggering coastal scenery on this mountain bike tour. The Bay of Kotor is one of the most stunning in the world; from the vibrant and contemporary Budva Riviera to serene Vipazar.

A cycle tour to the region of Baix Empordà, set on the coast of Catalonia, between Barcelona to the south and the Pyrenees to the north. The region has a unique charm and atmosphere, unlike anywhere else in Spain.

A fantastic single centre holiday in the stylish and sumptuous apartments of the Chateau de Candes. Based in Candes-St-Martin, one of the 'plus beaux villages de France’, or the most beautiful villages of France.

What not to miss

The ancient abbey at Fontevraud, with its mix of historical and contemporary attractions.

Sampling the produce of the regions different wine appellations in one of the many local caves.

Paddling along the Vienne river between Chinon and Montsoreau in a canoe.

Enjoy cycling along pretty lanes that meander through one vineyard after another, stopping off in historic towns bursting with colour and history, dotted all the way along the famous Alsace wine route.

What not to miss

Sampling Riesling wines and sparkling Cremant d ’Alsace

Choucroute a L’Alsacienne (sauerkraut and sausages) at Caveau St Pierre

This tour is an amazing choice for wine lovers. Following the relaxed cycle Route des Grand Cru you will enjoy pedalling through beautiful vineyards, stopping off at sensational sites including, chateaux, quaint towns and villages. The accommodation on this tour is also fantastic. On your first night enjoy a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, then enjoy dinner in the hotels sensational restaurant where you can view the vineyards as the French sun sets.

Enjoy cycling along the famous Alsace wine route. This scenic tour is perfect for wine lovers with plenty of opportunity to sample the world-famous wines. There are also many celebrated restaurants along the route, making for the ideal lunch and resting spots. Visiting Colmar known as ‘Little Venice’ is recommended, the canals and timber homes with geraniums spilling from the window boxes make it truly special.

Sardinia is famous for its white sand beaches and clear waters, its food and wine, and its traditional deeply-rooted culture. This cycling tour is the opportunity for you to discover the very best of this stunning island.

Cycle between two cities of historical charm with cosmopolitan twists. From the golden city of Prague, the city of a hundred spires, to the baroque masterpiece of Dresden, you will follow the awarding winning cycle path that tracks the Elbe river.

Join us on this cycling exploration of the Mediterranean coast from Marseille to Barcelona. You’ll discover medieval towns and villages, the wild beauty of the Camargue, the Canal du Midi, vineyards and cork oak forests.

The cycling starts and finishes in Italy, with a jaunt across the border to the renowned Swiss resort of St. Moritz. This ride sparkles all the way to shimmering Lake Como - with epic mountain views at every turn.

This spectacular cycling tour follows Spain’s longest river, the Ebro, from its source in the Cantabrian mountains through green valleys, magnificent canyons and some of Spain’s undiscovered and most beautiful villages.

What not to miss

Tasting the finest local Rioja wines

Spectacular views of the Calabrian mountains and River Ebro canyons

Medina de Pomar and Frias – Two of Spain’s beautiful undiscovered villages

Pedal through a landscape rich with flavour, from the finest olive oil and
wine, to the freshest fruit and fish... from coastal path to sunny vineyard,
enjoy feasting your way along this gastronomic route in the Costa Brava.

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